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Emergency Incidents
Multiple crashes on I-93 north near exits 21 and 22
Traffic
I-93, Somerville, MA
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic describes two separate motor vehicle crashes on Route 93 northbound near exits 21 and 22 in the Somerville area. Mutual aid was requested for the crash near exit 21 while another unit handled the one near exit 22, and responding fire units were later canceled after a cruiser was already on scene.
Bus stuck behind defective crossing gate
Traffic
Ivaloo St & Park St, Somerville, MA 02143
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a bus stuck behind a defective crossing gate near Park Street and Ivanhoe Street in Somerville. The bus number is 1983, and commuter rail has been notified about the issue.
Disabled Ford Explorer on Route 28 in Somerville
Traffic
Shore Dr, Somerville, MA 02145
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers requested a tow for a possible disabled Ford Explorer on Route 28 south near Shore Drive in Somerville.
Mental health welfare check at Columbus Ave residence
Medical Emergency
Columbus Ave, Somerville, MA 02143
As discussed during the dispatch call, units were dispatched for a Section 12 mental health welfare check at a residence near Columbus Avenue in Somerville. Radio traffic also mentions a separate investigation at a location on Popkin Street and a possible accidental issue involving a neighbor.
Older man in hospital gown found walking near Somerville
Medical Emergency
Wellington Bridge & Fellsway, Somerville, MA 02145
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a welfare check on an older bearded man wearing a hospital gown, bracelet, and non-slip socks who was reportedly walking near Fellsway and Wellington Circle in Somerville. He was later seen near Route 16 by a Starbucks, and units checked on him in that area.
Minor crash with language barrier near Grand Union
Traffic
Grand Union Blvd, Somerville, MA 02145
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a very minor motor vehicle crash near the traffic light by Grand Union Boulevard just before Broadway in Somerville, after vehicles came off I-93 South. The drivers appeared to have a language barrier and were having difficulty exchanging information.
Truck strikes power lines on Broadway in Somerville
Traffic
McGrath Hwy & Broadway, Somerville, MA 02145
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a possible road debris issue earlier, followed by a truck apparently striking power lines near Broadway and McGraw/Summable, with police already on scene.
Truck hits power lines at Broadway and McGrath
Traffic
McGrath Hwy, Somerville, MA
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a possible road hazard near Broadway and McGrath Highway in Somerville, where a truck apparently struck power lines and police are on scene.
Crash backing up traffic near Route 16 in Somerville
Traffic
MA-16 & Broadway, Somerville, MA 02144
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic indicates a possible crash near Broadway and Route 16, with units assisting traffic and requesting air support or other ground resources.
Two-car crash in middle of Central Street
Traffic
Central St, Somerville, MA
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a possible two-car crash involving a burgundy vehicle in the middle of the street near Central Street in Somerville.
Patient falls in Lowell Street apartment
Medical Emergency
Lowell St, Somerville, MA 02143
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a reported medical emergency involving a patient who fell at an apartment on Lowell Street in Somerville.
Traffic stop on Boston Street in Somerville
Traffic
Boston St, Somerville, MA 02143
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a traffic stop near Boston Street in Somerville involving a vehicle with Massachusetts registration.
Motorcycle flees stop on Route 28 in Somerville
Traffic
MA-28 & Mystic Ave, Somerville, MA 02145
As discussed during the dispatch call, a trooper reported a motorcycle that took off from a traffic stop in a non-pursuit near Route 28 south in Somerville by the Mystic Avenue interchange. A tow truck was requested for the motorcycle before Second Street in Middlesex.
Motorcycle flees traffic stop on Route 28 south
Traffic
Mystic Ave, Somerville, MA
As discussed during the dispatch call, a trooper reported that a motorcycle left during a traffic stop without a pursuit near Route 28 south by the Mystic Avenue interchange in Somerville. Additional radio traffic discussed tow zones and the motorcycle’s location near Middlesex and Second Street.
Person found unconscious at Davis Square inbound platform
Medical Emergency
Davis, Somerville, MA 02144
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to Davis Square station for a possible medical emergency involving a man sitting on a bench on the inbound platform, reportedly passed out or possibly asleep, with a bicycle nearby.
Medical transport service requested near Broadway in Winter Hill
Medical Emergency
Broadway, Winter Hill, MA 02145
As discussed during the dispatch call, responders were sent to a possible medical transport or carry-up service at a building on Broadway in Winter Hill, with instructions to ring the bell at the location.
Three people passed out on tracks in Somerville
Medical Emergency
Beacon St, Somerville, MA 02143
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews respond to a report of three people who appear to be unconscious on railroad tracks near Beacon Street in Somerville, with EMS en route.
Man in wheelchair needs assistance at Davis station
Medical Emergency
Davis, Somerville, MA 02144
As discussed during the dispatch call, officials reported a man using a wheelchair may need assistance near the fare gate at Davis station in Somerville.
Disabled SUV blocking left lane at Medford line
Traffic
Medford St & Somerville Ave, Somerville, MA 02143
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported traffic hazard involving a disabled Honda Pilot stopped in the left lane near the Somerville and Medford line. A tow truck was requested and additional warning lights were needed.
Passenger in wheelchair stuck while exiting train
Suspicious/Unstable Passenger
Davis, Somerville, MA 02144
As discussed during the dispatch call, transit personnel responded to a report of an unstable passenger in a wheelchair at the northbound Davis platform who was initially stuck while trying to get off the train. After checking that it was safe to proceed, they reported the passenger was safely off the train and the situation was resolved.
